South Tapanuli, Administrative regency in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
South Tapanuli spans across 4,355 square kilometers of mountainous terrain at an elevation of 1,217 meters, with Sipirok serving as its capital city.
The regency underwent several administrative divisions over time, leading to the creation of new separate regions including Mandailing Natal and Padang Lawas Utara.
The population of 386,895 residents primarily speaks Angkola Batak language and maintains strong connections to traditional Batak customs through ceremonies and gatherings.
The Aek Godang airport in Hulu Sihapas District provides transportation access, while multiple roads connect the twelve administrative districts of the region.
The regency contains part of the habitat of Tapanuli orangutan, recognized in 2017 as a distinct species found only in this specific area.
Location: North Sumatra
Capital city: Sipirok
Elevation above the sea: 1,217 m
Shares border with: Padang Sidempuan, Mandailing Natal, Padang Lawas, North Padang Lawas, North Labuhanbatu, North Tapanuli, Central Tapanuli
Website: http://tapselkab.go.id
GPS coordinates: 1.51765,99.30107
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:57
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